The Food Rescue Awards celebrate the organizations and individuals for their commitment to nourishing communities and protecting our planet.
Sobeys makes great strides on sustainability journey
Sobeys is making significant strides on its sustainability journey by addressing food surplus at both national and local levels.
Eco-Friendly Holiday Shopping Tips
As we prepare to spread joy in the holiday season, keep the planet in mind. We’ve rounded up some eco-friendly holiday shopping and gift-giving tips.
What you need to know about charitable tax credits
Beyond the impact on the community, there’s a personal benefit to your end-of-year generosity. Charitable tax credits can reduce your taxes.
The Second Harvest 2023 Gift Guide: Give the gifts that give back
A portion of the proceeds from each purchase goes directly towards our food rescue and redistribution efforts, making a warm healthy meal within reach for everyone.
Peanut butter oatmeal cookies recipe
Bake these cookies, cool them and drop them in a fancy jar—you’ve just got a handmade gift that can delight everyone!
Celebrating impact and collaboration at Second Harvest’s 2023 AGM
The AGM was an important opportunity to recognize the tremendous support from our partners, donors and volunteers, as well as showcase the impact we made together in 2023.
2023 year in review: Tapping into collective action
Learn more about the incredible efforts of our donors, partners and volunteers and the critical impact we have collectively achieved in 2013.
Embracing the spirit of Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is a global movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.
Follow Natasha on her truck ride-along
Natasha Bowes recently saw the direct impact of Second Harvest’s efforts during a truck ride-along, delivering rescued food to our partners.
Truckloads of fun for a good cause
The Second Harvest Truck Pull Challenge was more than just a physical feat; it was a powerful statement against food waste and food insecurity in Canada.
Gloria Maxx: “Second Harvest embodies goodness and humanity for me.”
Over the past year, Gloria has become a familiar face among Second Harvest’s supporters. She has gotten so much from volunteering and wants to give back even more.
Feeding Our Future ends summer on a high note
This year, through the annual Feeding Our Future program, Second Harvest delivered over 29,000 sandwiches to 22 camp partners. A big thank-you to all of our volunteers, summer assistants and generous sponsors!
5 actions to take during Hunger Action Month
Every year, we dedicate September to raising awareness about hunger and finding solutions to tackling food insecurity. This Hunger Action Month we’re focused on action. Here’s a list of actions you can take today!
Building a safe space for kids to learn, grow and have fun
UrbanPromise Toronto has been a trusted friend of youth, kids and families in Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) neighbourhoods since 1998. By showing genuine care and providing a judgement-free zone to explore different opportunities, UrbanPromise aims to break the cycle poverty cycle and improve the outlook for many summer campers.
Changing lives, one meal at a time
Based in Glen Haven, Nova Scotia, The Helm Center offers addictions recovery program for men to help them find restoration, purpose and direction. This non-profit works closely with Sobeys Timberlea to receive rescued food and turn it into fresh nutritious meals for their residents.
RECIPE: Chipotle Mango Mexican-Style Street Corn
Bring the mouthwatering flavours of Mexican elote corn to your grill this Spring, topped off with a punch of spicy + fruity from the Club House La Grille Chipotle Mango Seasoning.
Fine Food Meets Music & Philanthropy at The Rescue Party
“The Rescue Party just brings so many people together for one single cause on one single night,” Chef Matt Basile said. See the full story …
Celebrating Another Memorable Year of Partnership with McCain
At the inaugural Food Rescue Awards in February, we were honoured to award McCain, a long-time partner, with the first Second Harvest Value Award.
The More You Know: Upcoming Second Harvest Webinars
Across Canada, there are now 5.8 million people like Joanne who often face a tough choice between buying food and paying for rent, medication and other necessities. Where do you go to when the grocery list is long, but funds are short?